Platelet rich plasma or PRP injection is a supercharged portion of the blood of the patient which has enormous healing potential.
Preparation is started by drawing blood from the patient. This blood is put through specialized equipment to separate the PRP, which contains cells and special factors for healing
The PRP is injected directly into the injured area and the factors allow injured tissue to heal.
This is a quick painless procedure that can be done in the out-patient setup.
Common areas of PRP injections include elbow, heel, shoulder and knee. PRP usage avoids the need to administer steroids into the body.
Also since the patient’s own blood is used, risk of infection and contamination is minimal.
